Ep192 Medication: Oral Glucose Gel

A patient with diabetes becomes pale, sweaty and confused. Their blood sugar is low, but should you reach for glucose gel or glucose tablets? And are they really absorbed through the mouth as many people believe? In this episode, you’ll learn how oral glucose works, the different forms it comes in, when it should be used, and when it should not be given. You’ll also discover the important differences between glucose gel and tablets, and why protecting the patient’s airway always comes first. #dailyminutepodcast #firstaidshowaustralia #firstaid #firstaidtraining #hypoglycaemia #glucose #diabetes #medication